Latvia’s governing pro-Ukraine coalition wins 35%; government talks lie ahead
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs’ coalition leads the vote but has no outright majority.
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The governing pro-Ukraine coalition of Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs leads the parliamentary election with around 35% of the vote, but the country now faces another round of coalition talks.
According to the Associated Press, the United List party is expected to take 42 seats in the 100-member parliament. Partners will be needed to form a stable government.
The vote took place amid heightened security concerns in the Baltic region. Latvia is an EU and NATO member and borders Russia and Belarus.
Voter turnout exceeded 51%.
Source: Associated Press.
